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Read the passage below and identify which of the following statements (I, II, and II
- I would strengthen the assertion made. Select the correct combination from the options provided. Passage: Over the last decade, the city of Metropolis has allocated nearly 20% of its annual budget toward upgrading the public transportation network to reduce traffic congestion. These funds were exclusively directed to state-of-the-art subway expansions and a new fleet of electric buses. However, recent urban surveys indicate that the average commute time for residents has actually increased by 15% since 2018. Which of the following, if true, would strengthen the argument that the investment in public transportation has been inadequate in solving the congestion problem? I. Despite the subway expansion, more than 40% of the city’s residential neighborhoods still lack a transit station within walking distance. II. Commuters reported that during peak hours, buses are frequently trapped in the same gridlock as private vehicles because there are no dedicated bus lanes. III. The city recently introduced a "Green Tax" on older, high-emission private vehicles to encourage the use of the new electric buses.
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